Seaham Crime Rate November 2024 | Monthly Statistics

Seaham’s crime rate in November 2024 stood at 5.9 per 1,000 residents, placing it 22.4% below the UK average of 7.6. This performance highlights the area’s relatively safe profile compared to the national picture, though local factors and seasonal influences continue to shape crime patterns. The most common crimes were violence and sexual offences, accounting for 31.4% of all incidents, followed by anti-social behaviour (21.8%) and criminal damage and arson (17.3%). These figures suggest a mix of interpersonal and property-related issues, with the former being lower than the UK average. The area’s built-up character within County Durham, combined with its proximity to coastal and rural regions, may influence crime trends—particularly in relation to anti-social behaviour and property crimes. Seasonal factors such as Bonfire Night and Black Friday likely played a role in shaping November’s crime picture, with reduced retail foot traffic potentially contributing to the drop in shoplifting and other property-related incidents. Violence and sexual offences, which were 30% below the UK average, may benefit from the area’s lower population density and community-focused policing initiatives. However, the sharp rise in vehicle crime—up 233.3% from October—raises questions about the impact of darker evenings and local events on this category. These dynamics illustrate how specific incidents and broader environmental factors interact to shape the local crime profile, even in areas that generally perform well relative to national benchmarks.

November saw a dramatic 233.3% increase in vehicle crime, rising from three to ten incidents—a stark contrast to the previous month. This surge may be linked to seasonal factors such as increased car usage during darker evenings or the timing of local events. Conversely, shoplifting fell by 60%, dropping from ten to four incidents—a marked decline that could reflect heightened policing efforts around retail areas during Black Friday. Anti-social behaviour, which accounted for 21.8% of all crimes, was 17% above the UK average, a figure that may be influenced by the area’s community dynamics and local events. Meanwhile, violence and sexual offences remained 30% below the UK average, a consistent trend that could be attributed to Seaham’s relatively low population density and community-focused policing strategies. The daily crime count of five incidents provides residents with a tangible sense of the pace of incidents, though this figure remains significantly lower than the UK average. These shifts illustrate how specific incidents and broader patterns interact to shape the local crime profile.

Seaham’s crime rate in November 2024 (5.9 per 1,000 residents) represents a 5.5% decline from October’s 6.2, reflecting a continued trend of moderation in local crime dynamics. This reduction aligns with seasonal factors, such as shorter daylight hours and reduced retail activity, which may temper opportunities for certain crimes. On a daily basis, the area recorded approximately five crimes per day, a figure that contextualises the pace of incidents for residents. Over the course of the month, one reported crime occurred for roughly every 171 residents—a monthly exposure rate that underscores the area’s relatively low crime profile compared to the UK average. This statistic, when viewed alongside Seaham’s character as a built-up area within County Durham, highlights the interplay between geography and seasonal activity. The built environment, combined with the timing of events like Bonfire Night and Black Friday, may influence local crime patterns, though the exact nature of these interactions remains speculative. The area’s performance also suggests that community-focused policing strategies, such as those targeting retail zones during high-traffic periods, may contribute to the observed decline in shoplifting and other property-related crimes.